INCLINE NEWS
Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society
Post Office Box 1248, Beacon, New York 12508
Phone: 845.765.3262
Post Office Box 1248, Beacon, New York 12508
Phone: 845.765.3262
Feb 28, 2010 - Schaeffer Named Business Person of the Year
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - When it came to picking the Business Person of the Year, the "of the year" part made it remarkably easy for
the past 12 months. It's Fred Schaeffer. It was his year....Next on Schaeffer's agenda is finishing the transition and funding for
the Walkway. But there may be more. He's joined the board of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Association in Beacon.
October 25, 2012 - Skartados is the More Informed Candidate
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - Frank Skartados won back a state Assembly seat about six months ago in a special election and has proven resourceful and adaptive in carrying out his duties.
Skartados specifically mentioned his support for the effort to restore the incline railway service to the summit of Mount Beacon, astutely believing this will build on the tourism opportunities in the area.
May 18, 2010 - Restoring the Mount Beacon Incline Railway
YNN NEWS - From the turn of the last century to 1978, the fastest way to the top of Mount Beacon was on rails that carried the Mount
Beacon Incline Railway. The organization that is trying to restore this railway says a quick way to those million dollar views will
mean millions for the local economy. See the video here
May 20, 2010 - Beacon Incline Railway's Return Would Boost Tourism, Study Says
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - The group backing the reconstruction of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway now has a study that puts some
numbers behind ideas of what it could do for the region's economy. The findings come from a study that was a student project under
Dean Dudley, an associate professor of economics at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
May 28, 2010 - Beacon Wants Its Inclined Rail Line Back
HV BIZ MAGAZINE - Bringing back the old Beacon Incline Railway might be an uphill endeavor, but like the trip up Mount Beacon
itself, the payoff is worth the effort. That is the bottom-line rationale being cited by supporters to buttress the once-quixotic
proposal to restore the famous Beacon Incline Railway, which they tout as an economic winner for the city and the entire region. Full article here
May 23, 2010 - A View of the Hudson Pays Off in Many Ways
TIMES - HERALD RECORD - If you thought that the view from the Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie was nice, and felt it got
even nicer when the lights went on recently, how about checking out the view from atop Mount Beacon after a ride on the renovated
Incline Railway? That's the vision of a group that has been working since the mid-'90s to bring back what once was a premier attraction
for local people and especially for tourists. Full article here
INCLINE NEWS
August 17, 2010 - Hudson River Valley Ramble 2010
HUDSON VALLEY MAGAZINE - The Mount Beacon Incline hike follows the route once taken by the railway. Led by interpretive
guides from the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society, who are trying to rebuild the mountain’s funicular railway...the
hike ends at the summit, which [Ramble director Mark] Castiglione cites as “one of the most spectacular views in the Hudson Valley.” Full article here
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October 26, 2010 - Group Wants 2013 Return for Beacon Incline Railway
DAILY FREEMAN - Restorationists have set their sights on bringing back to life the Mount Beacon Incline Railway, which has been
out of commission for some 27 years. The inclined railroad, which climbed the steep Mount Beacon to its crest from 1902 through 1978,
would cost millions to rebuild. Full article here
December 19, 2010 - Beacon Incline Railway Receives $42.5K Planning Grant
MID-HUDSON NEWS - The Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society is going to receive a $42,500 grant to fund a comprehensive
market analysis, business plan and museum conceptualization that members hope will lead to rebuilding of the rail line up Mount Beacon
in the City of Beacon. Full article here
January 29, 2011 - Beacon Incline Railway Plan Presses On
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - The Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society has reached a crucial juncture - one that it hopefully
will pass to create another tourist mecca for the Mid-Hudson Valley.
June 6, 2011 - Momentum Builds for Incline Railway
TIMES HERALD-RECORD - Will the Mount Beacon Incline Railway be the next Walkway Over the Hudson? The City of Beacon sure hopes
so. And wouldn't a fully incline be the perfect icing on the city's 100th anniversary cake in 2013? Full article here
May 26, 2011 - Study to Examine Beacon Incline Railway Plan
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - A new study will help the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society complete business planning
for a reconstructed tourist railway.The study will examine annual operating costs, recommend staffing and facility requirements, and
address environmental and infrastructure issues, among other business considerations, said Anne Lynch, Society president
and CEO.
May 24, 2011 - Economic Consultant Hired to Work on Incline Restoration
MID-HUDSON NEWS - The Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society hopes to break ground to rebuild the historic railroad in 2013,
the 100th birthday of the City of Beacon. Full article here
Feb 10, 2011 - Society Mourns Loss of Co-Founder and Vice President
HUDSON VALLEY PRESS - Today, the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society sadly announced the passing of Vice-President
Andrew Chiusano, age 50, after a period of illness. A Beacon native, Mr. Chiusano was a well known local businessman and community
volunteer. Full article here
September 9, 2011 - Hiking the Path of the Incline Railway
NEW YORK TIMES - For modern travelers, transportation is less a marvel than a necessity, and it can be joyless: squishing into
a sticky airplane seat, grabbing a still-warm subway pole or slumping behind a steering wheel and hoping you make it home in time
for supper. But in 1902, when the Mount Beacon Incline Railway — then the world’s steepest passenger funicular — began operations
in Beacon, N.Y., the journey was still paramount... Full article here
February 26, 2012 - Incline Railway Project Aims to Draw Visitors
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - A number of projects and activities are in the works this year to boost tourism in the mid-Hudson Valley....Work
continues this year on restoring the Mount Beacon Incline Railway with a capital campaign feasibility study under way....The nonprofit
Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society needs to raise at least $20 million, said Ann Lynch, board president of the organization.
August 1, 2011 - Scenic Hudson President: Incline Railway has 'Promising' Future
MID-HUDSON NEWS – Scenic Hudson is working with a local community group to rebuild the Beacon Incline Railway up the side of Mount Beacon. Scenic Hudson President Ned Sullivan said it faces a tough time of raising the millions needed, but it is possible. “The Incline faces a challenging financial fundraising effort, but they have terrific leadership, a good board and I think a very promising future.”
Full article here
March 22, 2012 - New Leader Named to Incline Society
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - Michael Colarusso has been selected as president and chief executive officer of the Beacon Incline Railway
Restoration Society, according to Sandy Piccone, the organization’s corresponding secretary.
April 23, 2012 - Mount Beacon Incline Railway may Delight Riders Again
TIMES HERALD-RECORD - The Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society wants you to take a hike. Specifically, a hike to
the tippity-top of the highest peak in the Hudson Highlands, where you not only can see forever, but also see why you should get behind
the society's plans to restore the incline. Full article here
December 14, 2012 - Incline Society Looks Ahead to 2013
CABLEVISION NEWS - According to it president, the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Society is working to improve its fundraising capacity in 2013. See video here
February 6, 2013 - Restoring Tourism: Incline Railway to Scenic Mount Beacon
PUTNAM COUNTY NEWS & RECORDER - Lately, news has emerged of an effort to restore a Hudson Valley wonder - the Mount Beacon Incline Railway. Full article here
April 7, 2013 - Exhibit to Offer Vision for Beacon's Future
POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL - Among the many activities planned to celebrate Beacon’s 100th anniversary this year is Beacon Re-imagined, an exhibition set to run on Thursdays from June 1 through July 6 in Scenic Hudson’s River Center at Long Dock Park. The exhibition will present two ambitious and distinct projects. The Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society will present its restoration vision during the exhibit.